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Job Application – Part 1
Select the job title you want from the listings below then complete our Job Application. It MUST BE PRINTED OUT, filled out in dark ink and mailed with copies of any attachments you want to include. (Suggestion: Make a copy of your submission before mailing.) Information filled out electronically on the form WILL NOT BE SAVED if you attach the form to an email.
If you are unable to access this PDF file, or are looking for more specific information, please email your name and mailing address requesting ADM-F034 - Employment Application to recruitment@canals.ny.gov, or, contact the New York State Canal Corporation at (518) 449-6003.
Seasonal Job Openings
We are hiring for winter season.
Facility Operations Assistant 1
Minium Qualifications:
Work independently or on a crew to assist in maintaining canal equipment, structures, grounds and facilities at historic canal and maintenance sites. May be responsible for running heavy equipment including commercial riding mowers.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be at least 18
• Physically capable of performing duties assigned
• No specific education or experience required
• Possess and continuously maintain a valid driver license appropriate to the types of vehicles being operated
$18.16 an hour
Permanent Job Openings
Check for Engineers, Construction Managers, Marine Specialists, Admins & More.
Engineer Trainee
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the Civil Service eligible list for Engineer Trainee (Civil/Transportation) OR candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in a title eligible for transfer under the provisions of Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Civil Service examination is currently suspended. See NY HELPS links where Canal Corporation openings, when available, are posted and for further information.
Assistant Engineer
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the Civil Service eligible list for Assistant Engineer (Civil/Transportation) OR candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in a title eligible for transfer under the provisions of Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Civil Service examination is currently suspended. See NY HELPS links where Canal Corporation openings, when available, are posted and for further information.
Professional Engineer 1
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the Civil Service eligible list for Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation) OR candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in a title eligible for transfer under the provisions of Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Civil Service examination is currently suspended. See NY HELPS links where Canal Corporation openings, when available, are posted and for further information.
Civil Service Careers at Canals
The Department of Civil Service has developed NY HELPS to streamline the process for Canals to hire diverse, qualified permanent employees quickly and without exams. View our openings and how to apply below or NY HELPS.
Note about Civil Service Engineering Openings—Exams for Engineers were suspended March 1, 2024. Eligible lists remain active. For hiring, Canals can use active eligible lists or NY HELPS.
Civil Service Openings at Canals
Current State Employees
The Canal Corporation has the following vacancies available for candidates who are currently New York State employees in the Classified Civil Service.
General Public
The Canal Corporation has the following vacancies available for the General Public.
Other Canal-Related Opportunities
No positions at this time.